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Supplemental Questions <br />What is your view of: <br />a. The role of the City Council as a governmental body? <br />The role of city council as a governmental body is to operate with the highest ethical standards <br />within the mayor -council-manager system to ensure the vision for the community is executed <br />through non -partisan policy and fiscally responsible decisions. <br />b. The most important responsibilities you would have as a Councilmember if appointed <br />to Council? <br />I believe the most important responsibilities as a councilmember are: <br />• Engaging in conversations with the community in order to understand the diverse needs <br />of residents and businesses. <br />• Representing the needs of residents and businesses through critical evaluation and <br />thoughtful consideration of data presented prior to and during city council meetings. <br />• Partnering with city staff and city councilmembers to set and achieve strategic goals that <br />align with the needs of residents and businesses. <br />I would successfully fulfill these responsibilities through continual open dialogue and critical <br />evaluation of available data and staff presentations. I would set a goal of scheduling at least one <br />meeting a week with a member of the community or staff member in order to build connections, <br />gain perspective, and fulfill the duties of councilmember. <br />What is your view about the most important issues facing: <br />a. Louisville as a city and community and what strategies do you believe will be most <br />effective in addressing them? <br />In my view, the most important issues facing Louisville as a city and community are: <br />• Marshall Fire recovery; <br />• Economic vitality; <br />• Environmental sustainability. <br />I believe these issues are interconnected and decisions about one cannot be made without <br />considering impacts on the others. <br />It is vital that leadership continue to remain engaged with the community to understand the <br />needs of residents and businesses as we continue forward momentum towards completion of <br />the Marshall Fire recovery plan. Vacant lots not only impact the local economy, but also the <br />sense of community and safety that attracts residents and businesses to Louisville. <br />Furthermore, continued support will be needed long after the last structure is completed to <br />ensure that the mental and physical health (e.g., through air, soil, and water quality) of our <br />residents continues to be front of mind. <br />